SquareBurger
200 N 6th St, Philadelphia, PA, 19106
SquareBurger Menu
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Burgers, Dogs & Fries
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Shakes & Frozen Custard
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Address :
200 N 6th St
Philadelphia, PA, 19106 - Phone (215) 629-4026
- Website https://www.historicphiladelphia.org/squareburger/
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Opening Hours
- Mon :11:30 am - 8:00pm
Specialities
- Takes Reservations : No
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Lunch
Parking : Street
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Casual
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : No
Outdoor Seating : Yes
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : No
Waiter Service : No
Drive-Thru : No
Caters : No
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Burgers
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Li D.
This is a Steven Starr effort? Hmmm . . . not up to his usual standards, I think. Perhaps it is the location? Franklin Square was, for a long time, a neglected park, because of its location and the fact that it has no parking. It is surrounded by office buildings and several major thoroughfares in Philadelphia. Anyway, we went to Square Burger because we are fans of Starr's restaurants. We tried the burgers and hot dogs. Nothin' special . . . you would find the same at a high-end Shore hot dog/burger joint. Still, it is nice to see that Starr is trying to revitalize areas of the city that have largely been neglected. Be forewarned. The parking is terrible in the area.
(2)Christian S.
This place reminds me of the original Shake Shack location in NYC except for all the damn squirrels running around begging for food. Don't feed the animals people. The burgers could be cooked a little more, but they were still pretty damn good. I decided to have a honey gram-cracker shake to compliment my meal; one of the best choices I ever made in my life. The fries are nothing to write home about but; they are french fries. Yet, my two check ins here says everything.
(4)Jordan B.
Walking through Philly with my friend and I noticed that we were passing "Franklin Square Park" so I told him to stop because I heard of this spot from yelp and I had to expierence it. As I approach the kiosk I see the staff cleaning up, looking like they were ready to go home. I look at my watch and notice that it's 5:56 and they close at 6. So instead of being "That Customer" I asked them when they would be re-opening, to which they told me, "It's not problem man go ahead and order something if you want it you still have time." Now THAT'S customer service! I was impressed because I know if I was in their shoes I probably wouldn't have been so nice. I noticed that their milkshake of the month was "Blueberry cobbler" so I ordered one. It was seriously the best milkshake I've had. Better than anything CookOut or Sonic produces in HR. I let my friend grab a taste and he agreed. I can't speak on their food, but If you're in Philly do yourself a favor and grab a milkshake from SquareBurger.
(4)Bradley C.
Always enjoy a quick snack after playing frisbee with my dog! Strawberry Shortcake shake is amazing!
(5)K. B.
Went here on a sunny Sunday for an outing in Franklin Square and was pleasantly surprised. Mr. Starr's places tend to be a little overpriced, but for $20 we go two burgers, fries, and two shakes. Not bad. The food was all very burger shack good, nothing fancy. That along with the great little park was a nice city outing.
(4)Edward F.
My visit probably would have been better if not for the hipster cashier. I ordered three burgers but forgot to add the fries and milkshakes so I had to add those to my order giving him an opportunity to thank me or acknowledge me twice. At least give me a "you're welcome" when I thank him for giving me MY FOOD I PAID FOR. I was in my Police uniform so perhaps he doesn't like cops (kinda got that feeling). Being fair-he wasn't overtly courteous to the other customers either. I actually asked him what his problem was and why he didn't thank me or say you're welcome when I thanked him, the 2 cooks in the kitchen stopped what they were doing and looked up to see what his answer was going to be- he said "sorry" unapologetically. Besides the service- I think this is amazing that you can get very good (not great) food for a decent price in Franklin Square. I was expecting a little better of a burger with Stephen Starr's name but overall I would have returned back. The shakes and fries are very good/great but the burger is close to something you could make yourself on a grill with a roll that you can buy in the Acme. That being said it's great that it's affordable and accessible to the park patrons. My visit was sometime in May 2015.
(3)Ann V.
Wasn't very impressed but unfortunately I will be back since it's the only food vendor in the square and I'm too lazy to walk elsewhere. 1 - Burgers were REALLY salty. It's almost like i was biting into bits of salt crystals. 2 - Food takes forever long 3 - Milkshake was a fail. Received it and it was basically all melted. Made me wonder if they just gave me a cold glass of milk w/ foam on top. 4 - Lemonade was tart but definitely better than one that is overly sweet.
(3)Brad P.
Cake shake, and the out door ambience. These are the two best things about Square Burger for those like me who want the bottom line up front. I dont like writing detailed reviews on popular places because we're all pretty much rehasing the same thing 100x over. The burgers get a 3 stars- decent but nothing to write home about, and a little small for the price. The Philly Dog is notch above that. Bottom line, its a nice and peaceful place to sit outside on a great day. All locals must try the Cake Shake at least once.
(4)Ashley L.
Love me some square-burger! When the weathers nice, I can't help but crave it. And living right across the street, my cravings are fulfilled quite often. The menu is simple, but it gets the job done. Burgers are pretty small, so don't feel like it's too much if you want a double. The fries are crinkle cut and delicious. And they finally added chicken fingers! If you have room, the cake shake is heaven in a cup. So rich and served with pieces of tasty cake...mmmm. It's not the cheapest burger shack (it is Steven Starr after all) and definitely not the fastest, but you'll leave satisfied and wanting more!
(4)Mike W.
I live near Franklin Square park, and every time I have been there or walked past it, I have thought about trying Squareburger. Since its a seasonal restaurant, that limits the amount of time you have to try it. We needed to figure something out for dinner on Friday evening before heading down the shore, so I suggested we walk up and finally give it a try. We ordered a burger each, split and order of fries and split a cake shake as well. We grabbed a seat at a nearby picnic table and waited for the food to be ready. It took an inordinate amount of time to prepare our food considering we were the only people there. There was no line and there was no one else eating there, but it still took a good twenty minutes to prepare our food, which for most places isnt a big deal, but at a hamburger stand, especially one that isnt busy, its an issue. When we finally did get our food, we were constantly annoyed by the birds and squirrels in the park. This has nothing to do with the restaurant's rating, just a side bar so you know what to expect. They will climb on the table while you are sitting there eating and they will not move when shooed away. You have to be very aggressive with them. The burgers were thin, placed on a potato roll that was toasted, and topped with cheese, chopped onions and pickles and a healthy serving of mustard and ketchup. Good solid burger. Wish it was a little meatier, but toppings were spot on and simple. Fries were ridiculously hot and cooked well, but expected hand cut fries from a Starr operation. The shake was outstanding. One of the best milkshakes I have had anywhere. They left the krimpets just chunky enough so that you got pieces of icing and cake in your sips of milkshake. It was heaven in a glass. I thought the prices were very affordable. Was it the best hamburger I have ever had? No. Was it worth it for the price, yes I believe so. The damn kake shake is fantastic. Definitely worth a visit!
(3)John K.
In the heart of Franklin Square, Stephen Starr caters to those craving an all-American menu - burgers, hotdogs, and fries. Despite being a corporate juggernaut, SquareBurger highlights the fact that Starr knows how to please pedestrian palates as well - not necessarily a bad thing when it's done right, and at affordable prices to boot! On a recent weekend afternoon, the GF and I set out for Franklin Square. We got in line, which was already packed with parents bringing their kids out for some minigolf, a ride on the Merry Go 'Round, and of course, some burgers and fries. SquareBurger [$4.75 x2] American cheese, pickle, onion, ketchup, mustard As they should be, these burgers are grilled on the flattop, creating a nice, salty crust, with a juicy interior. The potato rolls were nice and pliant, housing a melange of cheese, pickle, onions, and the requisite condiments. Nothing fancy, but a great bite nonetheless. Interested in a double SquareBurger? It's $2 more. The Philly Dog [$4] All beef hot dog wrapped in salami, onion, cherry peppers, plum tomatoes, mustard The Philly Dog was a nice twist on the typical hotdog. Wrapped in thin salami, the all-beef hotdog still had great snap, with an extra salty emphasis from the salami. The vinegary cherry peppers offered a countervailing acidity to each bite - somewhat reminiscent of a Shake Shack's SmokeStack. Crinkle Cut Fries [$2.50] The crinkle-cut fries are done right. Crispy and salty on the outside, and creamy within. Now that Shake Shack is done with the crinkle-cut variety, SquareBurger may be the place in Philly to get your crinkle-cut fix. SquareBurger offers American tastes in the heart of Philadelphia, without any unnecessary frills or price gouging. Now that summer is here - what better way to spend your weekend afternoons?
(4)Bill M.
Since I was in need of a decent slice of Parklife and a killer milkshake, I decided to put the two together while grabbing a solid burger in the process. And for all of the above SquareBurger was the perfect destination. Franklin Square is already perfect with its people watching, min golf, carousel, and then some. But the fact that you get grab a tasty burger or hot dog with a Stephen Starr twist, and an easy contender for one of the best milkshakes in Philly makes it even better. While I was ready to grab the Cake Shake that everyone speaks so highly of, I was instantly drawn to the shake of the month option which was Salted Caramel Pretzel. It was the perfect blend of sweet and salty combined with vanilla ice cream and chunks of pretzel that was to die for. Whether you go classic or veggie the burgers are char grilled to perfection. But its hip to be square and get the SquareBurger with its chopped pickles, onions, and American cheese and go with a double patty. Or you could screw that and get the all beef Philly Dog that's wrapped in kosher salami that comes with cherry peppers and plum tomatoes. Eitherway you get the perfect lunch for people watching before you school someone in mini golf.
(4)Andrew C.
We stopped here for lunch last weekend after taking the kids to Franklin Square for some mini golf and play time. Considering it is your only option for food within the compounds of Franklin Square, I would have to give Mr. Starr two thumbs up for a job well done! I ordered a Square Burger (American Cheese, Pickle, Onion, Ketchup and Mustard) and a Philly Dog (All-Beef Hot Dog Wrapped in Kosher Salami, Onion, Cherry Peppers, Plum Tomatoes and Mustard). Both were very good. The fries were also tasty. We also tried the infamous "Cake Shake" which certainly lived up to it's hype. My only complaint was that the milk shake was not as cold as I would have preferred. I think this was because the milk shakes were ready far before the food was. Other than that, solid meal at a fair price in center city so no complaints from me! I will definitely return if I find myself in the area.
(4)Jeff B.
SquareBurger will not disappoint. The prices are appropriate for the area, just don't bring Vincent from Pulp Fiction ("did you just order a five-dollar shake?"). The shop is known for it's Krimpet milkshake (cake shake), which pays homage to Tastykake (snack food manufacturer based out of Philadelphia).
(4)Tim M.
for a concession stand, Square Burger is ok. Don't expect temps on your burger. The wait can be long at times depending on how busy they are.
(3)Dan L.
I love the idea and the quality is there, but what you get for the money is just not good enough. I'll pass next time.
(2)Jo L.
A very smart place to open a food joint. With the playground filled with kids using up their energy, burger, hot dogs & fries are what they will be demanding. I don't remember ever having the burgers here but I use to love the thin cut fries that came in a cup. Then I think they were changed to trays which gave you so much more. I stopped eating here after that. Judging from the pictures on here, thr burger looks pretty good & they have wavy fries now. Maybe I'll give it a try soon.
(4)Greg L.
Stopped here for lunch while visiting Franklin Square and really enjoyed our hamburgers. Both my wife and I went with the single square burger and really enjoyed the fresh chopped onions and pickles on top. Yea, the burger is on the small side given the price and I could have easily eaten two, so that is a bit of a bummer. We also got a couple of orders of the crinkled fries, which came out crispy much to our liking. My son had the black & white shake, which from my small taste test was quite good. I had the root beer float, which was just OK. I wasn't a big fan of the custard inside the float. There is seating throughout the square and on this Sunday afternoon, we had no problem finding a table, but the place wasn't overly busy. Would definitely stop here again the next time we are in the area!
(4)Kevin R.
I moved practically caddy-corner from Franklin Square the beginning of December 2011 and walked past this empty little spot dozens of times waiting for it to open for the season. It was worth the wait. I ordered the Orange Creamsicle shake and while I was paying decided to go for the namesake burger as well. The shake brought back childhood memories of having sticky goo all over my face with the taste of orange and cream lingering on my palette. The burger looked small but was actually the perfect size for a warmer than usual spring day. I have been to several parks that had snack bars on location and the food and prices were on par with the gourmet dining one would find at the local Movieplex. Square Burger was a refreshing reprieve. Having a delicious shake and burger adjacent to the fountain watching people at play at the mini-golf or the carousel is a welcome bit of relaxation.
(4)Emma T.
A lot like Shake Shack, but as a permanent stand in Franklin Square. Pretty affordable (Stephen Starr can afford it at this point) for around $4-6 for a fairly juicy and tender burger. Also, CRINKLE FRIES. So good. The also have shakes and real frozen custard. You get a huge pile of thick, rich frozen custard for $2.75. Can't complain about that. There are plenty of outdoor seats, many of which are in the shade.
(4)Brian M.
It's just a stand in a park buuuuut the burgers are really freakin' good. Shake Shack-esque. And this place has better shakes, in my opinion. Particularly the Cake Shake. Best in the city. Fries weren't all that great, not bad but nothing notable. But this will be the best food stand ina c ity park you've ever been to, for what that's worth.
(4)Rick M.
Square Burger, where its hip to be square. The burger tasted good and loved the crinkle fries that remind me of high school lunches. It was nice as we were exploring the park to come across Square Burger. It wasn't crowded when we went Friday afternoon, and there was plenty of seating around the fountain. This is similar to the fast food chain Shake Shack we have in NYC, but thankfully we didn't have to deal with the huge lines or long wait times as other Yelpers. Guess I caught Square Burger on a good day hence the 4-stars
(4)Monica L.
I love Square Burger because it is right across from where I work, so it is part of my regular lunchtime repertoire in the spring and summer. The namesake Square Burger is a classic cheeseburger with fixins' and it goes really well with their hand-cut fries. In my opinion, the star of the operation is the Cake Shake milkshake. It is absolutely sinful - a vanilla milkshake made with an entire PACKAGE of TastyKake Butterscotch Krimpets, drizzled with caramel sauce and topped with whipped cream. I have tried a few of their other milkshakes when they offer them, but none lives up to the Cake Shake. The downsides are that it gets very crowded on nice days and you sometimes have to wait 15-20 minutes for your food. Also, the prices are quite expensive given that the portions are rather small and not always filling.
(3)Angie K.
Cake shake itself is 5 stars. Crinkle fries 3.5. Burger 3 - it was not large in area, but thick. I thought my burger was way too salty. In general, I need more greens than pickle on my burger. Good location and good for a quick, non-memorable meal.
(3)Sharon H.
I finally made it to Square Burger after over a year of living in the philly-area. The burgers are not like big, restaurant/pub-style burgers. They're more comparable to McDonalds burgers, although a little larger with probably better ingredients. With that said, I thought they were great! Fries were good, burgers were good, shakes/root beer floats were good. Would definitely go there again. Only thing is that parking in that area is not very easy...
(5)T E.
SquareBurger sounded like a really good deal: convenient to a park and cheap prices. Sadly the burger I had left a lot to be desired. It was smaller than I'd expected, and lacked any flavor other than the mustard that's on it. The fries weren't even that hot. The CakeShake though, ooh that was so worth the trip. I hadn't had a Butterscotch Krimpet in over 30 years, and this just took me back. The dessert saved the day, otherwise I'd give one less star.
(3)Lexy M.
I am a bad, naughty, dirty, weekday vegan.... Yes I just started my "summer weather diet" but I couldn't help myself. It was 87 degrees out and I live 3 blocks from Franklin Square Park. I took my dogs for a "walk" and decided to sneak myself the famous SqaureBurger *CAKE SHAKE*! Was it Vegan? No Was it under 300 calories? Most likely not Was it amazing?! It's a milkshake made of vanilla ice cream blended with TastyKake Butterscotch Krimpets, sponge cakes covered with butterscotch icing.... YES IT WAS FREAKIN' AMAZING! Do I have regrets?! Of course I do and no I did not tell my husband or post it on Facebook. Ashamed, I took a long cold shower after to scrub off the guilt & sickness I felt from the sugar overload. But yes ladies it is worth all the shame! Treat yourself this summer and let it remain your dirty little secret. ;-)
(4)Sarah F.
The crinkle fries are fantastic, as are the milkshakes. I thought the burger was way too salty--inedibly so. Staff has always been friendly, but sometimes it takes way too long for the food to come out. Especially when you have a busy toddler with you.
(3)Shannon P.
It's hip to be square. It took us over a year to finally get on our bicycles and ride over to Franklin Square for some damn burgers. This past Saturday we finally got the chance. Franklin Square is what really makes this place unique. Laughing children, picnic tables, carousels, big fat ladies in jorts and gold glitter platforms, dogs, the Ben Franklin Bridge, mini golf...it just sets the scene. Boo and I ordered two squareburgers and a Cake Shake...his didn't come with all the fixins and mine took a decent amount of time to come out. It probably wouldn't have mattered to me if it wasn't 90 degrees and humid. For $4.50 the burger was pretty good...I feel like I could get a better burger someplace else, but not someplace with the atmosphere of Franklin Square. For another $4.50 the cake shake was worth it. They grind up Tastykake Butterscotch Krimpets INTO your shake, line the cup with caramel sauce, and load whipped cream on top. The fat straw made it go by too quickly...but also sped the process of shake to face....it's a win/lose. The taste was more like a "dulce de leche" flavored shake...but you do get the graininess of the tastykake in there. So, why aren't the burgers square shaped?
(3)Steve I.
Tasty Burger, no frills but good, and a hot dog cooked on a grill, both with toasted potato rolls. The Tastycake Shake was excellent very sweet, and probably a ton of calories. Nice to sit in the park next to the fountain, and enjoy some tasty burgers. The fries were very crisp but a little over salted.
(4)Rafael G.
Certainly good enough if your kid is playing in the park and you're hungry. In fact, in that context maybe this is a five star place. The cooked to order food is really pretty good, and at least on the weekend, they do enough business that you have some assurance of freshness. Square burger is a essentially a food truck in a permanent building. No indoor seating, no waiters, a short menu. The park that its' located in has plenty of picnic tables, cafe tables, and benchs, as well as lots of shade trees. The park bathrooms are better than you could reasonably expect for a public park bathroom in Center City. Square burger isn't a destination, but it does its job.
(3)Colleen D.
Square Burger is an adorable little Steve Starr joint in the Franklin Square park near Chinatown. My boyfriend and I have ridden our bikes to this spot a few times this summer to sit at the tables by the fountain and get the Square Burger and fries. Their fries are so good! Salty, crispy and reminds me of the kind you get at Micky - D's. The burgers are delicious and remind me of a mcdonalds cheeseburger but 5x better - with all the fixins. Only bad thing is they are so small and I still feel hungry after each having our own burger and splitting a thing of fries. Once again, I heard that the milkshakes are the bomb, but I can't drink them cause of my milk allergy. Otherwise, I would recommend trying them out. SquareBurger is the perfect little lunchtime treat in the summertime in Philadelphia. I recommend walking or riding your bike but not driving -I don't think parking exists.
(4)Brad P.
"In the beginning God created the heavens and the earth, and the earth was welter and waste and darkness over the deep and the wind of God hovering over the waters, and God said, 'Let there be light,' and there was light." ...and so began the creation of the world according to Genesis...but there is something that the writers of the Bible fail to mention in between the first and seventh days of the creation of the world. Sure, they hit the main points...the firmament separating the waters, the living creatures according to their kinds and all that. However, they forgot to mention the part about the cake shake. This review is about the most ridiculous shake in Philadelphia. It was brought to my knowledge by Meghan B. and I knew that any combination of cake and milkshake is one that I must consume. One minute you are drinking a vanilla shake and as soon as the pressure lets off of the straw, you are chewing moist cake. This dessert is a delightful abomination. Somewhere in the book of Genesis, they must have deleted a passage that said went something like this: "and God said unto the milkshake and the cake that they would be united as one and then God said 'wait, wait...this is ridiculous. I'm seriously not going to do this' and God decided that this union would not be one of divine command, but merely something he should allow to exist when it enters the mad mind of Steven Starr or a group of stoned college kids who think it is funny to put tastykake in a blender and God saw that it was absurd." This is the only item that I have tried at Squareburger but it warrants its own review because of how silly it is.
(4)Sarah P.
This is my favorite fast-food style burger in the area. I don't know what it is that they do that got me hooked...maybe its the potato roll, the perfectly cooked burger, or maybe it's the aesthetic of the lunch box. Whatever it is, i'm addicted and always find myself making the walk, grabbing my box and sitting in the park. What I order? The cheeseburger, fries, and a root beer float. I find a nice tree and take my boxed lunch and watch the world go by and think to myself how happy the little things like this make me.
(4)Lori H.
Salty burger. How does one produce a salty burger??? Five guys can rock a burger better any day. Oh, and no tomatoes and only cheese option is American. Yech. On a plus note the lemonade is tasty and staff was pleasant.
(2)Leonard B.
I loved Square Burger. It is a fun quaint little shack. The burgers are delicious and the staff is very nice as well as efficient. There where a ton of people in line when I went, yet I did not have to wait to long. Although the name on the sign says burgers, this place makes possibly the best milkshakes I have ever had. The root beer float was awesome, pure deliciousness. The food service and atmosphere where awesome, however the one thing that keeps this place from the full 5 Stars is the seating. There really is not much of it. If they added some more tables this place would be the perfect summer treat....
(4)Walter K.
I've been meaning to go to Square Burger basically since the day it opened. It's not in a convenient location, which may be one of the reasons I haven't made it. But yesterday, in the perfect weather, I rode my bike down here for lunch. Square Burger is nothing more than a shack. Sure, it's owned and operated by Philadelphia's (arguably) most well known restauranteur, Stephen Starr, but that doesn't make it fancy. The atmosphere here is great though. You're in a nice, Philadelphia park with a Merry-Go-Round pumping out music and a mini-golf course nearby. There is a fountain in the middle and tables scattered around the park. On a nice day, it's a great place to eat. The menu here is small. Cheeseburgers,hot dogs, fries and shakes are the mainstays. I believe there was also a salad, maybe a few other options. We both ordered cheese burgers and fries. The fries are fine, but nothing special. The burgers are small, but not too small. They're a great representation of outback, BBQ grilling. The buns are grilled, and the burgers are cooked on high heat to get a crunch outside, but are still well cooked throughout. The toppings here need some work, as our cheeseburger only came with diced onions and pickles. Tomatoes and lettuce go a long way. I didn't have a milkshake, but I saw one being made. It looked fantastic. It had two butter cream TastyKake crumpet mashed in. It was the shake of the month, and next month they'll put peanut butter cupcakes in the shake. There are two slight downsides: The line moves more slowly. Also, the prices are higher than they should be. Bottom Line: It's nice to spend some time in the park. If you're like me, you could have a better burger at a fraction of the cost in your own backyard. The milkshakes are the biggest draw here. If you're sneaky, a trip to the Foodery at 10th and Pine can bring the whole experience up a notch.
(3)Ashleigh M.
Burgers and fries - blah blah blah, yeah, yeah, yeah - not any better than ShakeShack or any one of the other million places to get a burger in Philly.... But if you want a truly unique, knock your socks off flavor experience, I have two words for you..... CAKE SHAKE!!! Ditch the diet for the day, embrace your inner fat kid, and head on over to Franklin Park to get one - you won't regret it! I'm not entirely sure of the details, something about vanilla milkshake with TastyKake butterscotch krimpets and then moooooore butterscotch syrup... need I say more????
(4)Larissa M.
I come here for one thing: The Taskykake Shake. Burgers are good for a burger stand, but it's this shake that sets this cute little spot in a cute little park apart from the rest. Cake and ice cream sipped through a straw--Yum! We just did a post for National Geographic Traveler about Philly and this is one of the spots we mention as a must-go: intelligenttravel.nation… Note: they're only open in the warmer months (approx Apr-Oct--but check their site), so be sure to time your craving appropriately.
(4)Shari M.
I really loved this little burger shack :) The staff was super friendly and patient while taking our orders. The burgers were juicy and delicious and fries were perfect and tasty. I really like how they dice up their pickles and onions instead of having large pieces on the burger, makes it easier to eat the burger. I have absolutely zero complaints about this place. My hubby and I had a lovely time in Franklin square, beautiful weather, nice little area with tables and chairs, and a cute little carousel. This place is simple, quick, and easy and the food is delicious. Definitely a good place to grab a quick bite.
(5)Mary M.
Burgers are good, shakes are good. We always just get the cheeseburgers and add our own condiments. Love Franklin Square and this is a nice quick meal. Be forewarned: pretty pricy (but I consider worth it).
(4)Darcy G.
Stop what you're doing right now. Get to Franklin Square by any means possible- car, bike, scooter, teleportation, whatever. And get a tastycake milkshake. And if you're like me and like to end up in a diabetic coma by 2pm, get the burger and fries as well. The burger wasn't bad, but I thought the fries were fantastic. And mmmm the milkshakes! I want it right now.....
(4)Kevin W.
Compared to the other burgers in the city this is more McDonalds like but I love the idea that it's a Steven Starr restaurant in the middle of Franklin Square that is basically fast food and you can sit on a park bench and eat....it's served in a box And I hated the fries,food is below average but the atmosphere is awesome Bun--McDonalds Meat--salty like McDonald's Toppings---nice selection it's just a fun place to go and for around 7 bucks for a burger and fries that's fine
(3)Ally G.
Squareburger... still up to their old tricks, I'm a fan. For a burger shack in the middle of Franklin Park, you can find yourself a pretty damn good burger. I've yet to get a tasty cake shake this season. But their burgers are still definitely up to par. Extra pickles please!
(4)Edwin P.
similar as shake shack in central park, good burgers and hot dogs, but no beer. crinkle fries were fresh. Plenty of seating, not crowded.
(4)Karen F.
People have complained about my old review, so now i will simply say they make decent burgers & shakes. Is it akin to Shake Shack in NYC? I don't think it's nearly as good and the burgers are smaller. Want more deets? See grubstreet's write up. It was perfect!
(3)Jenny K.
Went during lunch today with some co-workers, and I have to say, I was disappointed. The prices are great, and I didn't mind the small portion size. But I expected something more inventive and unique from a Stephen Starr restaurant. If they're going for simplicity, then every element should be absolutely perfect. My overall reaction was "meh." (However! The shakes are very tasty.)
(3)Cormack G.
Simple burger spot warrants a simple review: Pros: good burger, nice texture on fries, really nice location. Cons: Small burger, cold fries, fighting staff, EXPENSIVE. Bottom line: I liked it, but can't see myself going back.
(2)Elizabeth D.
Tried SquareBurger on my way home from the grocery store yesterday. Waited for about 10 minutes in line - group in front of me was related to the crew working & spent a long time ordering & chatting. After I ordered, waited about 10 minutes for my food. I got a Classic Cheeseburger, French Fries, Cake Shake, and a Chocolate Shake. The Cheeseburger was good - well seasoned, soft roll, decent amount of toppings. Fries were crispy & well seasoned. The Cake Shake was heaven - soft serve + Tastykake Butterscotch Krimpets. Creamy and awesome! Chocolate shake was thick and yummy. Nice spot if you're in the area - and I will definitely be back for another Cake Shake - but I wouldn't make a special trip.
(3)Britty H.
This place is quaint, cute, and has a nostalgic feeling to it. I love the location and Franklin Square is easily my favorite square in Philly (consisting of a park, water fountain, merry-go-round, and the cutest little mini golf course ever). The fries are the crinkle cut kind and the burgers are pretty good being from a little kiosk! The cheese burger is presented pretty cool too because they put the ketchup and mustard on in almost a design and the onions are diced thinly and placed upon that. It's a great date spot or even for a lunch break to put a little fun in your life before going back to work ;)
(5)Jason P.
Reviews be damned I went down to check this place out for myself and I'll have to say I think a lot of you yelpers are either too harsh or need to head back there. I ordered a cheese burger with fries and a large drink which came out to less than $7 which was pretty cheap in my opinion. The staff was a little disorganized but I think that's to be expected when you're just starting up. There was a group in front of me so it did take about 10 minutes or so to get my order. They were very friendly though and aware of the wait. The head chef gave the guy in front of me an order of free fries for having to wait a bit. The burger was really good, juicy and not overcooked. If for some reason you like your burger cooked well done, I'd probably let them know. Good roll and lots of toppings. The burger was smaller in circumference but thicker than I expected so it was of adequate size in my opinion. The fries were very good as well. Thin cut and crispy, no need for ketchup, the true sign of a good fry. There were plenty for me so I'd have to imagine the reviewer that thought there weren't enough probably orders the super size at McDonald's. If you're eating at the picnic tables, beware of the birds. There was this little one that wouldn't leave me alone trying to get at my fries. They know no fear and are very persistent. It came so close I could probably have picked it up and it took so much for me to shoo them away you might have to do just that to keep them from stealing your food.
(4)Angela E.
Square Burger's burgers are anything but square. $4.50 gets you a deliciously juicy burger (I get mine medium rare), chopped up onions and pickles, and a smear ketchup & mustard served on a standard steamed bun. Adding hand-cut fries will cost you, but they're pretty good and not stingy in the serving. I hear the hot dogs are great but I can't seem to think about anything but this awesome burger! The real splurge comes with the milkshakes I try so hard not to indulge in any more!! Birthday cake shake = butterscotch krimpets tastykakes & vanilla ice cream & optional cool whip. They have a shake of the month each month in addition to the birthday cake shake, things like orange sorbet, strawberry shortcake, and mint chocolate, all held to a higher standard than your average shake. Special note: The line does get ridiculously long, so avoid the peak hours if you hate waiting. I think it's nice though, since you're just standing in the park, next to a nice fountain and drinking-water fountains. You are, however, in direct sun, so bring a hat or wear your sunblock, cause it really bares down! (The burger shack is in Franklin Square. There are also public restrooms, a putt-putt course, merry-go-round, jungle gym, and plenty of picnic tables and benches throughout, so finding a quiet or sunny place is easily done.)
(5)Tara L.
Decent burgers and milk shakes but the homemade lemonade tasted like "homemade" pink country time and the iced tea tasted almost like bad kombucha...definitely had been sitting for too long.
(2)Lydia T.
Makes Shake Shack average. Do not be intimidated if there is a line, usually goes very quick. Really good simple, no nonsense burgers. I am definitely a fan. Awesome place to take outtatowners.
(4)Kevin D.
It's possible I had a bad experience. It's also possible I could have gotten the same burger at McDonald's three dollars cheaper. Don't get me wrong, the ingredients were better than Mickey D's: good cheese, good onions. But it's a made-to-order burger stand that a) uses a single line cook and b) doesn't ask how you want the burger made. I got a well-done burger slathered in mustard and ketchup on a crappy (albeit toasted!) roll and paid $4.75 for the pleasure. Franklin Square is a great place to hang out. But it'd probably be best if you brought your own food.
(2)Kevin J.
Square Burger fell short of my expectations which were superinflated by Stephen Starr hype. The prices were not outrageous, but the food was nothing to yelp about. The burger was sort of bland and the roll was plain as can be especially coming from a caterer. If you want a good burger, this isn't the first, second or third place you would go.
(2)Lauren B.
Tastykake milkshake. That's all I had here and it was awesome and if you can only order one thing- GET THE MILKSHAKE.
(5)Kaitlin L.
There are few things that please my not-so-inner fat kid more than SquareBurger's Tastykake Cake Shake. Tastykakes through a straw?! Why didn't I think of that? I must have been feeling uncharacteristically nice that day (I'm going to blame the milkshake euphoria) because I even shared it with my boyfriend who has never had tastkakes before (sad) and he absolutely loved it. The only thing that has kept me away from Squareburger in general is the blasted line. I ate waiting for my food (fat kid again), but if the milkshakes are any insight into what this stand in general has to offer, I guess a ten to twenty minute wait isn't all that bad.
(3)Sara L.
I took advantage of the sweet weekend weather to play Philly tourist for a day taking in a round of Philly-themed mini golf followed by my first trip to SquareBurger. A LOT of other people seemed to have this idea so the line to order had about four groups in front of us. This was not a big deal because the folks in the shack were well organized. We gave our order (burger, chicken tenders, two orders of fries) to a girl who efficiently rang us up and parroted back the order details. This gave me confidence that my burger would indeed be prepared medium, hold the ketchup. I was pleasantly surprised by the non-extortionist menu prices, especially given that it is a Stephen Starr venture. My burger was yummy - just the right size, cooked to medium, and very simple with a nice topping of pickles, onion and mustard. Sometimes you don't want an over-the-top fancy burger and my SquareBurger reminded me (in a very good way) of what a Burger King burger might be if they actually looked and tasted as good as they appear in their ads. My husband's chicken tenders were just slightly above average, but a very generous portion for the price. The fries were too salty, but that did not stop me from finishing them. The total bill was only $15.50 for the burger, tenders, two orders of fries and a bottle of water. It made for a pretty cute little lunch date that I hope to repeat when we have our inevitable golf rematch. I am already thinking of the butterscotch sundae that I saw on the menu and considered getting before I stuffed myself too full of the salty fries. Next time ...
(4)Judy T.
Big thanks to my friend for suggesting this place. Serious Eats had a review of this place, and she insisted that we come try it out. We ordered a burger and fries to share. The wait was not too bad - less than 10 minutes total. Burger was done well and really juicy but a little salty. The chopped pickles were a nice touch, but didn't appreciate the mustard (will ask for no mustard next time). All in all a good burger. Fries were not that fresh, so I was disappointed in them. The star of the meal was their cake shake - vanilla ice cream blended with butterscotch krimpets. Why didn't I think of this?! It was really creamy with small chunks of cake. Didn't get as much butterscotch flavor as I was hoping for, but it was still very delicious. My only negative about SquareBurger was that everything was a little pricey. Perfect way to spend a Sunday afternoon...great weather, nice park, wonderful friends, and some pretty tasty eats. Will definitely be back for a repeat.
(4)Adam R.
Willing to chalk up the fact that it took me FORTY-FIVE MINUTES to get a burger and fries to some sort of police-and-firemen charity lunch that was going on at the same time. Even so, if you're going to handle paying customers and freeloaders* at the same time, you need to have your shit together. Today, SquareBurger's shit was decidedly un-together. After waiting for 25 minutes, I strolled up to the window and noticed my ticket was up next. Then I watched the not-entirely-with-it burger assembly boys (high school summer job?) proceed to SHUFFLE THE ORDER TICKETS TOGETHER. They then got reamed out by their boss, which was sort of amusing. The burger was tasty, but nothing to drool over. Martin's Potato Rolls and frozen fries complete the offerings, which strike me as a little lazy, even if they did taste fine. The shakes looked pretty tasty and promising. Judging from the menu, you could do some serious cardiovascular damage by way of one of their salami-wrapped kosher dogs paired with their Tastykake milkshakes. In sum, worth the money, probably ($8.50 for a burger, fries, and a soda, which isn't terrible downtown). Not worth a 45-minute wait. *Dear Police and Fire Department, please come to my house if I call 911. No hard feelings, OK?
(2)Adam L.
What SquareBurger is not: -SquareBurger is not part of the gatropub burger revitalization that Philly is undergoing -SquareBurger is not the kind of place you go looking for a big menu or earth-shattering dining -SquareBurger is not attempting to make the best burger in the city. Now that we have that out of the way, it is a lot easier to explain why SquareBurger is super awesome. Like a back yard BBQ burger on a summer afternoon, these meaty concoctions just hit the spot. The beef is low-quality, the buns are of the potato variety, and the fries dont come with some fancy malt vinegar sauce on the side. Which is to say- perfect. So juicy from a high fat content, overwhelming the crunchy bun, the burger is simply delicious. And the fries are damn fine as well, sea-salted and crunchy. The fountain soda is vibrant and sugary, like any good burger companion should be. My fiance had the veggie burger. She doesnt like many veggie burgers, but this one she threw down like a homeless person who found a Primo's hoagie in the garbage. The tables are right next to a big, beautiful fountain. It is simply perfect atmosphere for a quick tasty bite.
(4)Darnelle R.
Officially opened on Thursday, July 16th!! Ok, in defense of SquareBurger, the opening days played host to over 300 police and firemen, press events and hype, not to mention the first time being to the public in the already bustling Franklin Square. Calm down Yelpers. You all work so hard to be the first to complain. Why not talk about how there is finally a permanent food structure in the park and how that whole side of Race Street is no longer and drug infested shanty town and also how you, your families and friends can feel safe in a space that was voted "The best Kids Play Space" in the city!! As for the burger, it's on a potato roll! How large did you expect the burger to be? If you buy the way the make it, with all the fix'ns, the burger is quite satisfying! Add fries to that and you will barely have room for the "Cake Shake"! I think for under $10 you can have a burger, fries and a shake in a space designed to entertain which traditionally would have high prices, I think that's a great deal for food that is not mediocre! Without being petty and understanding the nature of a start up, I am a HUGE fan of SquareBurger! Yelpers, give it another chance!
(5)Courtney H.
So I took some co-workers there today after RAVING about how delicious their homemade veggie burgers were... but today- instead of a rice/veggie/bean homemade burger we got frozen-soy-not-very-good burgers that still cost the same amount as the really delicious homemade ones. My friend who will literally eat anything- returned it and said hers tasted like plastic. My other friend and I managed to get ours down- but only because there were so many condiments on them- we couldn't really taste them. Ummmmmm? Come on guys? Really? A frozen soy burger with no flavor for $5.25?? Bring back the homemade veggie burgers and then I'll go back.
(2)Thomas M.
Really Cool location. The food was good, not amazing and a little pricey. I would go again if i was there but would not go out of my way to eat there. Novelty place, that's it really.
(3)Oski B.
Overall, pretty disappointing experience given the recent hype. Went there on a Sunday afternoon and the line fluctuated from a few people to as many as 15 or so. The ordering process seemed unnecessarily chaotic and their system of giving you some items at the front and others from the side seemed ridiculous. Clearly, significant kinks need to be worked out. The burgers were smaller than we expected and don't come with lettuce or tomatoes. Decent buns, though. Fries were okay, but again, don't expect too many in the cup. My friend liked the Kake Shake, but he's a long time local kid who grew up on Tastykakes. I predict that the curiosity factor will only keep people coming for a little while longer. Unless there are some big improvements, I know I won't be coming back any time soon.
(2)Lauren T.
The burger is certainly not the star of the show at SquareBurger. I mean, it's fine. Simple. The combo of toppings - ketchup, mustard, hot pickle, onions - is sort of classic in a McDonalds kind of way. The patty was just too well done for my liking. I like my red meat to be, well, a little red. I'm into the grilled potato roll though. The cake shake, on the other hand, totally knocked my socks off. It was butterscotch heaven with little bits of krimpets and icing mixed in. Amazing!
(3)Colin W.
The burgers are tiny, but somehow manage to still fill you up. Burgers are also made to order, which is great. The Cake Shakes are excellent. The staff is friendly. Most "common" items (bottles of water, etc) are priced at least a buck above what you'd find elsewhere in the city. You'll get a good meal there, but I don't think what Starr is offering is very conducive to a nice lunch in the park. It's more of a "once every so often" kind of place.
(3)Marcel M.
Cake shake is delicious. Cheeseburger is ok, kinda bland. Very small for $4.75. Hotdog was well received by 3 yr. old Isabella. French fries were decent. Haven't had shoestring fries in awhile. As the only option to purchase food I'd say Square Burger is ok but definitely not a destination to eat a meal. If I'm planning on a return visit to make a day of it I'd much rather bring food and sprawl out onto one of the various lawns and picnic areas here at Franklin Square.
(3)Kati S.
Just got back from having lunch at SquareBurger, and I think I may need to curl up under my desk and have a nap. Tastycake shake? Yes please! That's all the calories I need for one day, plus the wonderful Butterscotch Krimpet taste I love so much. The veggie burger was okay, but the point of this place is clearly the shake.
(4)D S.
NEVER AGAIN! I went in the afternoon because I knew it wouldn't be that crowded and was, literally, the third order in line. The two orders in front of me were both philly dogs and I got a burger and fries. The level of incompetence at this place astounds me. It took them 40 mins (FOUR-ZERO) to char the **** out of one side of my burger and barely cook the other side. They also, apparently, marinated the pattie in salt prior to cooking it... They had 5 people behind the counter, one of whom was dressed like a chef. I'm sorry, mate, but don't dress up like a chef if you can't handle the simplest hot menu I've ever seen! The guys at Zeb's food cart at 7th & Market can knock out 50+ orders in an hour with 1 or 2 guys and these Starr idiots can't even turnaround a single hotdog in under 20 minutes. And, no, I'm unfortunately not exaggerating! I'm sorry, but it boggles my mind that a successful restaurateur like Stephen Starr can't even handle a burger joint with 5 hot items on the menu. Seriously, Stephen, hire some of the food cart guys from around center city and see how speedy service is done! EDIT: Wow, I just saw a pic of Starr and just realized that HE WAS THERE! He and some other bigwigs were getting some comped food. Crap, if I'd have known I would have enlightened him... EDIT 2: Ok, I went there again with some coworkers (my objections were noted, but dismissed). Squareburger's speed has improved slightly, and they seem to be utilizing the separate order and pickup windows effectively. So, I will give them that. But, the food is still unbearably salty. I don't know if it's a ploy to sell more lemonade, but everything tastes as if it is coated in salt. Oh, and one of my coworkers burgers was "Pittsburgh rare" (charred outside, very rare inside). That's fine for a steak, but really unsafe for a burger.
(1)Tim B.
I am utterly baffled that some people have made a big deal out of this place. The milkshake? Yes, that's interesting and good. The burger? Totally ordinary. Slightly sub-ordinary, really. The hot dog with the works? Eh, nothing really special at all. Fries? Not bad, not memorably good. Folks working there? One nice guy, one rude teenager, I guess that beats the average at a fast food joint. It's got a nice-looking sign, it's cleaner than your average burger stand in a public place, and it's in one of Philly's really fun little parks. So while I'm not about to go on a crusade against the place, neither do I think it warrants any special excitement.
(3)Caitlin V.
so i have yet to actually have a burger (well...the veggie burger since i don't eat meat) but i will say the one thing i know: that cake shake is damn good. I've heard lots of good stuff about this place, but it was hot as dickens so i was revved up for a good milkshake. and butterscoth krimpets in it? yes please! it was everything i could have wanted. you could taste the pieces of the icing and krimpet in it. i felt overjoyed. new favorite guilty pleasure food. i'm going to come back and try some more stuff. the shake alone has me hooked.
(4)Perry A.
On this hot August Sunday afternoon, the park was relatively empty and thinks I: "This ought to be a good day to sate my craving for a good burger ". And yes, there were only 2 people on line, and one ordered ice cream. So within 8 minutes of ordering, my burger and fries came out piping hot. Judging from the long waits experienced from my fellow yelpers, i was indeed fortunate. My fresh lemonade was good, but because of the heat, it was half gome by the time my food arrived. For $2, it was decent, but could have had more zing and more volume. The classic hamburger that i got was very good: decent sized patty, juicy (i should have asked for medium rare) and good beef flavor. I liked the potato roll that they used and the nice smother of onions, ketchup and mustard. Satisfying burger and a tad nicer than my usual Five Guys. The fries, on the other hand was over salted and inedible. The tiny packets of ketchup could not douse out the sodium fire that engulfed my frites. But I complain much too much, Shake Shack, it ain't, but a welcome addition to a well thought out park. Will try the shakes next time with the kids.
(3)Chris U.
Great food, but slow line - give yourself at least 20-30 min for wait. If you're playing minigolf, you need to leave around the 12th hole or so and go get in line. If you're on the fence to grab a bite here, here's two words: Cake Shake. It's basically a vanilla shake with peanut butter Tastykakes mixed in. Absolutely heavenly, and goes great with a cheeseburger and fries. And I didn't realize how eco-friendly they are with their biodegradable packaging.
(3)Aron G.
Meh, I've experienced better is RIGHT, mister Yelp star explanation box. I ventured to Stephen Starr's SquareBurger on a lark one week when I was looking for places serving fresh, fast food. I would've preferred Wendy's. For the price of an arm and half a leg, I "enjoyed" a large soda and simple, small burger that I inhaled in 5 seconds. While it was cooked well, and had a decent flavor, I since described it to friends as a drink coaster served between two more drink coasters. I found it to be unreasonably small. The cheese also added no distinct flavor to the burger. I didn't even bother with their milkshakes that cost almost as much as the meat itself. Big ripoff and a lot of hype for basically three coasters and some fizzy acid. I'm sticking with Wendy's from now on!
(2)Ryan B.
First of all let me say that Franklin Square is a GREAT park and this burger shack is the perfect for what it is. The burger was just ok but I NEED to RAVE about the Tasty Kake Cake Shake. It is AMAZING and a must try for the summer. This thing is a serious game changer and raised my rating from a 3 to a 4. If this review was strictly based on the shake it would be 5 stars. Oh did I mention that the cake shake is AMA-ZING!
(4)Elena C.
Stephen Starr's answer to Five Guys. Made fresh and delicious. The fries weren't anything great, I wish they'd been fresh cut, not out of a box. But at least they weren't expensive. Next time I'll definitely try a shake. A woman walked by with what I believe was a Peanut Butter TastyKake shake and almost got mugged for it ... Looked yummy! A great addition to Franklin Square.
(3)becky s.
i think the reason i'm giving tihs place 3 stars instead of 2 stars is because the shakes and the extra wide straws were the best i've tasted! perfectly blended. yum. i also really appreciate this place just being where it is. it's great to have this has a food option in such a cute and quaint park. rittenhouse should take notes. the real deal: my friends ordered burgers and i went with a veggie burger. for being called "square burger" you'd think the burgers would be a bit larger than they were. i'm talking white castle size. they had to order another one because they were still hungry. points for laying on all the fixins. and i totally appreciate the potato roll. but the veggie burger? yuck. when i order a veggie burger at a quality joint, i expect it to be, well, a veggie burger. meaning a compressed patty of veggies, grains, etc. this was basically an oversized morning star version of god-knows-what packed into a firm dogfood disc that far exceeded the limits of the potato roll. i ate it bc i was starving, but i'm not sure if i would have otherwise. also, for there being only 4 orders in line, it took a considerable amount of time to pump out our orders. i think we stood around for a good 15 to 20 mins waiting. i also asked for no cheese on my burger and my friend asked for no onions. i got cheese and she got extra onions. i know mistakes happen so no big. but maybe it was opposite day?
(3)Scott M.
Has the potential to be awesome. They really need to figure out a faster way to move that line. There was no ONE in front of us when we ordered and it took 15 minutes. The burgers are good though, but probably priced a $1 too high. The fries are average-to-Mom-would-serve-these-on-fishstick night". The Shake was above average. I skipped on the Cake Shake and went chocolate. Really was well done. They could be great if they : 1) added some "extra" toppings (mushrooms?!) 2) Re-engineer the line, maybe take orders further out, get some burgers going ahead of time, at least the onions could be pre-grilled. 3)Dont know if it's SB or FP, but there needs to be some shade when you sit down to eat. So, I'll go back, mostly cause it's a few blocks away and lunch in the park is always a treat. But this isn't a "must go" destination.
(3)Dan L.
Stephen Starr you should be ashamed.
(1)Gwen T.
It was a burger. It was pretty mediocre. I'd go here again only if I wanted to go to the park anyway and because it's right there in the middle of it, but I definitely wouldn't go because SquareBurger was anything spectacular or even above average. Pricey for sub-standard quality; seems kind of just like any fast food joint except it somehow managed to acquire a better reputation. The pictures don't even look appetizing. It was small, flat (if I wanted a cheap frozen patty I would've gone to Wendy's) and didn't really even fill me up. Can't vouche for the shakes; my friends got them and they looked delicious but I didn't try.
(2)Jed S.
Great summer burger
(5)Rachel B.
This place is a really cool place to go on a nice day! Sit by the fountain at the park at one of tables or bring a towel and have a picnic on the grass! The burgers were good, but slightly over cooked for my taste. (all brown throughout, I like a little pink) The fries were awesome though and the milkshake was amazing, too! There was a long line on the nice spring day when we went, but it was worth the wait.
(4)Kate D.
Come for the milkshakes. Get a burger only if you are really hungry. I made my first/probably last visit to Squareburger today. The cheeseburger was tasty but I had to stop chewing twice to spit out small hunks of cartilage. Not an appetizing experience & definitely not one I'd pay for again. I also got the shake of the month - peaches and cream. It was delicious.
(2)Mike C.
The setting is very nice - sitting by the fountain, a mist blowing over you, watching the carousel. Square Burger is "just" a food stand, but certainly nicer than the food carts and trucks which are in every city. The employees were nice and the place seemed clean. I enjoyed a homemade veggie burger. I liked how they cooked it in halves and then sandwiched a slice of cheese between the two halves. The shoestring fries were just OK; hot, but not too tasty, perhaps just cheaper frozen fries. My wife loved her orange creamsicle shake and the kids liked their simple ice cream sundaes. It's a bit too expensive. If we worked in Philly, I can see walking here for lunch. As a tourist, it's a good stop if you're visiting other sites in the area - but not a destination itself.
(3)D K.
Well, I have to confess that I did not have a burger (or any of their meat products, for that matter). But, unless I'm in the area or with someone who wants to try Square Burger, I likely won't go back to try one. I went to S.B. because I was out for a walk on my lunch hour and was craving french fries, so I stopped and picked up an order of fries and a chocolate malt milkshake. Nothing about the experience was bad, per se, but it was not memorable or worth a special trip. The fries were of the shoe-string variety and very similar to frozen fries I could make any time I wanted. The shake was thick and looked like it was going to be a winner -- again, though, not memorable. It lacked in both chocolate and malt flavors. So, while the setting is fantastic and Square Burger is a fantastic concept, it failed for me in its execution. It doesn't have to be fancy, but I think there should be something memorable or at least a little more special than what you can pick up in your grocer's freezer.
(2)Michelle W.
My boyfriend and I decided to take a walk with the dog down to SquareBurger from South Philly to check it out after work. We arrived around 7:40 and got in the line of 1 other person. When we got up to the counter, before I could order the woman at the register told me they were closed, no exceptions. There were no patrons behind us in line and it wasn't event 8 pm yet. I was pretty disappointed by the service, and probably won't venture back to try the food. bummer. :(
(1)J M.
Had lunch here the other day. Fun in concept, disappointing in execution. If you're going to unabashedly rip off Shake Shack, you need to at least get close to matching the food! Square falls way short. The meat is tasteless, bun is too thick, and there is really nothing special about this burger except the great park you're eating it in. Custard was good, but too rich. Didn't even melt properly thanks to ultra high fat content.
(2)A G.
Considering the wait and the cost of a burger here, I thought I was going to get the manna of all fast food. Eh. It was a fried meat patty. What was my alternative? A hot dog cart four blocks away? Nothing to go out of my way for, but if you want to take the kids to the park and get a halfway decent lunch while there, go for it.
(3)Nat Z.
had to wait quite awhile. it would have sucked a little bit if it weren't a beautiful day and i didn't have good company to wait in line with. the burgers were great. environmentally-friendly corn-based plastic cups and grass-fed beef. well, i guess the latter sticks it to the corn lobby, right? also not too expensive-- with drinks we fed four people for $24. not bad, huh? wasn't too filling but i sure as hell don't need to eat an eight ounce burger every time i eat meat.... would have been nice if we could have added our own toppings, since i generally like to put a lot of relish or onions or jalapeños, if available, on thurr. minus one star because of the line, the hype, and the malts, which are of substandard quality. as a connisseur of the classic american malt, i reserve the right to make this judgment.
(4)Laura S.
I had high hopes for this burger stand because I have really enjoyed eating at other Steven Starr places, and I love burgers, but it was a disappointment to say the least. After waiting in line for over 30 minutes and having a very unpleasant interaction with the rude people working there, I sat down to a mediocre burger. In fact, when compared with a Wendy's burger, for example, it was much worse. So save yourself the time and money and skip this one.
(1)Chelsea N.
Nothing amazing, but good! I wouldn't travel to this park just to come here, but if you're in the area, you should try it out.
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